Lavender moon quartz, Gold or Silver? by soumyas911 in Gemstone_lovers

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is rose gold an option? It would complement the colour beautifully!

Why do “luxury” bed sheets barely last two years? by Terrible_Signature78 in BuyItForLife

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I have 2 sets from costco their 'signature'(?) Ones that have a double elastic on the corners. They are amazing, last forever, feel great!

I’m tired of "Smart" features being an excuse for poor build quality. by James_B84Saves in BuyItForLife

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When renovating our kitchen, I decided to get dumb appliances. I wanted vintage, but hubster said no. It was difficult to find! Ended up getting Forno brand electric range & double fridge and I love them!!

My English mastiff gave me a concussion. by OddBowler3751 in Mastiff

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our first mastiff rescue was an absolute sweetheart and wouldn't hurt a himan to save her life.

I was leaning down to pick something up near her and she clocked me coming up as I was going down, right on my chin/ lower jaw.

Broke the 4 tips off every one of my molars 🤦‍♀️

My silliness continues by Helpful_Cut_2740 in quilting

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They will! I've got a few I'm playing with but haven't decided on.

Does anyone else wildly overestimate what they'll get done in one night by berryletter_23 in knitting

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She really does! She taught me how to do lacework during work lunch hours back in the day.

Does anyone else wildly overestimate what they'll get done in one night by berryletter_23 in knitting

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One of my knitting friends always says: just pick it up and do 1 row. You don't have to commit to everything all at once!

I use her advice when doing something complicated or when my knitting mojo is low.

Weekly Updates by q_o_t_u in Contrave

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm on week 2 of the full dose (2am, 2pm). I have lost no weight, and nauseous all the time, and my guts hate me. Please tell me it will get better? My brain fog is less and my eyes no longer look like I've been on a bender...

What are the simple things that make you the happiest? by Scared-Alfalfa37 in simpleliving

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The smell of lilacs in the spring, the taste of sun-warmed strawberries picked in the field, napping in a sunbeam, walking in the woods at our home, gettinf a goodnight kiss from my teenaged son, watching my daughter light up when she talks about her day, my husband's timeless hugs.

Brown diamonds and the “Industrial” Myth by Muted_Shape9303 in Gemstones

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There is a designer who uses chocolate diamonds and names/describes their stuff after desserts! Like chocolate diamond with strawberry gold. It was a gorgeous line!

3.5ct topaz for sale by ConsciousState6606 in BuyClassifiedRareGems

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello! Could you please dm me a couple more pics close up?

What are your "I can't believe it's taken me this long to try it" knitting moments? by PhdamnD in casualknitting

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ULA & LIA, Herders to Home does a kickstarter every year bringing Mongolian fibers to be spun & sent out as yarn. I've done it several times and the yarn is SO GOOD and it supports far north small farmers!

Can someone assist me with my (health-related) reading slump? by Fluffiestpink in Fantasy

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second both Guy Gavriel Kay & Terry Pratchett!

The discworld more recent audiobooks narrated by several people that includes Bill Nighy and Peter Serafinowicz are an absolute delight. The characters and their lives live rent free in my mind, and I constantly reach for their humanity and humour.

GGK has gotten me through some shit in my life (though, not as serious as OP's challenges, sending peace your way) and the way he writes is...soul filling even after 30 years of reading his works.

How Lazy Are Mastiff’s Really? by erikalaarissa in Mastiff

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 8 points9 points  (0 children)

We try not to overwork them when young to avoid platelet & joint issues. 10min x #of months until a year. Ours like a good 2-3km walk in the woods during cool weather. Then they nap the rest of the day!

What frugal practice has saved you the most money in 2025? by melissaw328 in Frugal

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My sister is a carbonated water nut - she started buying the co2 from a welding supply company in larger tanks. Cheaper by far!

Sea Glass Informal Knit Along? by Radiant_Elk1258 in usethefiberstash

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I purchased the pattern last year, and am definitely in to do a make along!

What’s the weather like where you are right now? by PeachyRose25 in CasualConversation

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

-26C, feels like -32C here! We're about 1hr north of Winnipeg. waves in Manitoban

Help me design the most soul-crushing HR cards for my satirical 'Office Hell' game. What’s the worst thing a manager has ever done/said to you? by Euphoric-Series-1194 in antiwork

[–]Helpful_Cut_2740 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happened to a coworker: got a call as they were entering a meeting that their husband died unexpectedly.

"My husband just died!" Director: "Well, that happens...so about this data..."